Pre-Professional Ballet Trainee Programs
The Pre-Professional Ballet Trainee Program at Central Utah Ballet is designed by nationally-renowned instructor and director, Jennie Creer-King. This program is a well-rounded ballet program that introduces students to a professional level of instruction, technique, & comprehensive skills to support professional pursuits, college programs, and more.
Pre-Professional Ballet Trainee Programs
Central Utah Ballet has created a pre-professional ballet trainee program to simulate a college and professional ballet experience. Each student will train in classical ballet, contemporary, modern, flamenco, and character technique. They will also learn ballet repertoire and re-staged classical ballets, experience the creative process of diverse choreographers, and perform in front of a live audience. Dancers will work directly with Jennie Creer-King, as well as nationally and internationally recognized instructors from Utah and across the country.
Dancers must audition for the ballet trainee program and will be placed in the Junior Company or Senior Company based on ability. Dancers selected will have combined classes and performances as well as opportunities specific to their company.
Accelerated Program
Central Utah Ballet Trainee Accelerated Program is designed for aspiring dancers that desire to transition from student to professional. Offering intensive training and coaching in addition to Junior or Senior Company Programs.
Our program will provide ballet technique, pointe, variations, men’s classes and partnering. Four additional hours a week will provide mentorship and guidance from artistic staff. Helping dancers prepare for auditions, competitions, and future professional opportunities.
Schedule: Monday & Wednesdays | 2:00 – 4:00 | Studio B
Tuition: $250.00 a month
September – December 2025 | January – May 2026
Students must be “invited” to participate and must be enrolled in Junior or Senior Company at Central Utah Ballet classes taught by Jennie Creer-King, Artistic Director of CUB and artistic staff.
For more information contact: [email protected]
Pre-Professional Ballet Trainee Program – Junior Company (by audition) – 14 hours a week
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor | Studio |
| Ballet Technique | Monday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Shani Robison | Studio A |
| Pointe / Men’s | Monday | 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Shani / Jennie | Studio A |
| Ballet Technique | Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Jennie Creer-King | Studio B |
| Contemporary | Tuesday | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Ursula Perry | Studio A |
| Ballet Technique | Wednesday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Shani Robison | Studio A |
| Pointe / Men’s | Wednesday | 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Shani / Jennie | Studio A |
| Ballet Technique | Thursday | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Jennie Creer-King | Studio B |
| Ballet Technique | Saturday | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Shani Robison | Studio B |
| Rehearsal | Saturday | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM | Shani / Jennie | Studio A |
Pre-Professional Ballet Trainee Program – Senior Company (by audition) – 16.75 hours a week
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor | Studio |
| Ballet Technique | Monday | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Jessica Harston Thompson | Studio B |
| Rehearsal | Monday | 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Jessica / Jennie | Studio B |
| Ballet Technique | Tuesday | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Jennie Creer-King | Studio B |
| Contemporary | Tuesday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Ursula Perry | Studio A |
| Rehearsal as needed | Tuesday | 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Jennie Creer-King | Studio B |
| Ballet Technique | Wednesday | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Jessica Harston Thompson | Studio B |
| Rehearsal | Wednesday | 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Jessica / Jennie | Studio B |
| Ballet Technique | Thursday | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Jennie Creer-King | Studio B |
| Rehearsal | Thursday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Jennie Creer-King | Studio B |
| Ballet Technique | Saturday | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Sara Mills | Studio B |
| Rehearsal | Saturday | 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM | CUB Staff | Studio B |
Accelerated Program
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor | Studio |
| Ballet Technique | Monday | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jenny / CUB | Studio B |
| Ballet Technique | Wednesday | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jenny / CUB | Studio B |
Junior & Senior Company Dress Code
Women
- Hair must be worn in a classical bun or french braids secured to the head for short hair.
- Students will wear their class leotard, pink seamless tights, pink technique shoes, and pointe shoes. No skirts allowed in class, minimal jewelry, and warm-ups allowed as needed.
- The class leotard will be made for them, they will be measured the first week of classes.
- Black slim fitting crew neck t-shirt
- Black footed tights
- Students need to wear a slim black fitting dance t-shirt (non-cotton and no logos), black footed tights, and black technique shoes.
- Hair must be well kept, out of the eyes, and please wear a dance belt. Warm-ups allowed as needed.
Men’s Tights: Mens Footed Tights
Men’s Shirts: Men’s Fitted T-Shirt
Fees & Tuition
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More About Central Utah Ballet’s Pre-Professional Ballet Trainee Program
Central Utah Ballet’s Pre-Professional Ballet Program was designed by renowned instructor and director, Jennie Creer-King. The program is based on years of experience, training, and career programs from some of the most successful dancers in the industry. Dancers will master classical ballet technique while becoming proficient in a variety of supplemental dance techniques that will strengthen their skills and resumes.
Dancers will be able to meet and work with many well-known instructors, career ballerinas, and other successful ballet professionals. These professionals give a unique view and inside look to preparing for a professional ballet career or seeking college scholarships and other opportunities.
In addition to ballet technique and instruction, pre-professional ballet trainee students will participate in workshops to build life skills that will supplement their career success. This includes topics such as resume-building, nutrition, audition tips, and more.